STORY: Chinese economy to forge ahead with full confidence in H2
DATELINE: July 19, 2023
LENGTH: 00:01:08
LOCATION: Beijing
CATEGORY: ECONOMY
 
SHOTLIST:
1. various of the views in China
2. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LI HUI, Senior official with the National Development and Reform Commission
3. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): FU LINGHUI, Spokesperson of the National Bureau of Statistics
 
STORYLINE:
 
Guest speakers of the China Economic Roundtable have expressed full confidence in the Chinese economy during the second half (H2) of 2023.
 
Many say that the resilience, potential and vitality of the Chinese economy will ensure its further recovery and economic fundamentals that will sustain long-term growth remain unchanged.
 
SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): LI HUI, Senior official with the National Development and Reform Commission
"The Chinese economy shows strong resilience, vitality, and great potential. The long-term positive fundamentals remain unchanged, which is why we have confidence in the prospects for the Chinese economy in the second half of this year. The Chinese economy in the second half of the year is also supported by many favorable conditions and a solid foundation."
 
SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): FU LINGHUI, Spokesperson of the National Bureau of Statistics
"Consumer spending will continue to play a significant role in driving the overall economy. As production and demand become more interconnected, it will gradually lead to increased employment and income growth for residents. This, in turn, will foster a favorable environment for stabilizing and expanding consumer willingness and confidence to spend."
 
Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Beijing.
(XHTV)